How does it work on wool rugs, as in large wool area rug?
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Yes the HOST carpet cleaner is safe for wool and all other carpet types. HOST Dry Carpet Cleaner carries the WoolSafe seal of approval. When cleaning wool it is normal to experience some shedding, but avoid aggressive brushing as it can cause wool to fuzz. Cleaning wool Berber can be a challenge because it is even more susceptible to fuzzing and texture distortion. To avoid, brush only in the direction of the rows of loops, not across the loops. Angela Customer Support
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Great question Ralia. Some wool carpet cannot be cleaned with water based formulas. You may want to check with your manufacture to verify its ok to use a cleaner like this on your wool carpet.
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Yes ! I use it all the time. The only problem I have had is, if the rug is too light weight. I use it on most area rugs too, just move it faster when you get near the edge until its off the rug.
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I have not tried it as of yet on my wool carpet, but, I have read where people are using it on wool carpets.
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With care, you could use this on sturdy fabric. It's basically like the sticky/prickly side of velcro, so it can't be used on delicate fabrics without risking damage. However, I think it might work on your wool coat. I have two long haired cats, and I feel your pain! I have tried numerous products for my rugs and furniture, and this is by far the most effective--it's an awesome product. But to be clear, I've never tried it on clothes. I prefer a velcro brush for clothes. Hope this helps.
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It is effective on all fabrics in the wash. I have not tried it in a rug cleaning device; no reason it should not work, it does not produce a lot of suds
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not sure i used it on wool oriental carpets and it did great and the can said not to use on wool try on a corner and see
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I don't own any wool carpets, but since the product description says it's safe for use on all carpet fibers, I don't see why not.
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When I owned this the company made an accessory that could be used for steaming clothing ...at an extra cost. I never used it on rugs. Don't know about that one.
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I see no reason why it wouldn't be fine on an area rug. it's a dry powder that you work into the rug, then vacuum out. However, I had to say I was underwhelmed by its ability to clean an admittedly abused carpet. I tried it on the recommendation of a carpet installer, and it's probably fine for regular use, but it "failed" me on badly stained carpet.
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Does it clean human hair!!! Human, dog, pig, or wooly mammoth, nothing out there does as good a job as this thing. While it's a lot of work, I use it on our 5 by 10 wool rug and it makes it look almost like new.
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I bought a big area rug and it fits just fine. The set has done me good seeing that I'm only at the learning stage. :)
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I have not....but I wouldn't try it unless you are willing to have it be ruined. Ever wash a wool sweater in the machine? The combination of water and friction causes the wool to "felt," which makes it shrink and get dense. Since the wool filling is inside a cotton cover, it seems that it would get enough friction to felt, and it's not like you can comb it out. You might be left with a lots-o-lumps comforter. And since the cover is 100% cotton that could shrink too. Also, the wool would soak up so much water and it could become so heavy it might damage your machine, or the water may never spin out and you could be left with a moldy mess. If you just want to freshen it up, hang it in the sun (if you are in an area that has sun this time of year!) or throw it in the dryer on extra low (if you have it) or fluff, and add a sachet of lavender, or a rag that has your favorite essential oils dripped on it. Try to avoid putting a dryer sheet in there, dryer sheets contain chemicals that can coat the fibers. If you had a spill or something, treat it like you would carpet with spot treating and a mild soap. Try to dab instead of scrubbing. Or look for a "green" dry cleaner such as Blue Sky. Sorry I can't give you a definite answer, but my experience with washing machine disasters has taught me caution!
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We have several area rugs for which it works quite well. The only rugs I would avoid would be those with a lot of fringe or 'shag' type carpet. It is most effective on hardwood and tile floors.
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Probably not that aggressive a cleaner. I'm at a loss to what would do it, unless you try course steel wool at first. Then finer. It really is not a very aggressive tool. Of course you will have to reseason it no matter what you use, which is not that difficult.
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I have used it for cashmere but don't really know about wool. It's pretty pricey and I wouldn't even buy it again for cashmere. I see no difference between it and the no chemical, no fragrance detergent (ALL Clear) I have used on sheepskin throws and other woolen items.
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We also have area rugs, and the Dyson does a really good job on them! The brush assembly kinda' "floats" so we use it on rugs of varying thickness and pile quite successfully.